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HOK Architects - Building News, 7 Jul 2009:
HOK TOPS ANNUAL RANKING OF GREEN DESIGN FIRMS
Architectural design firm emerges as #1 practice on 2009 ENR survey of 'Top 100 Green Design Firms.'
For the second consecutive year, HOK ranks as the greenest design firm on the planet. A new survey published in the July 6, 2009, issue of Engineering News-Record (ENR) magazine ranked the global architectural design practice as the firm engaged in the most sustainable work.
The survey is based on revenue for design services generated in 2008 from projects actively seeking certification from major third-party environmental standards or ratings organizations, such as the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED® certification system.
Jean Canfield Government of Canada building in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island:
photo : Tom Arban / HOK
HOK generated $197.54 million, or 26 percent of total revenue, from sustainable projects in 2008.
In the magazine's individual rankings by sector, HOK ranked first in the "Education" sector; second in the "Commercial Offices" sector; second in the "Sports, Entertainment & Civic" sector; and third in the "Government Offices" sector.
As a group, the Top 100 firms generated $2.85 billion in design revenue in 2008 from projects registered with, and actively seeking certification from, third-party ratings groups. This marked a 63.9% increase over $1.74 billion in revenue from 2007 for the group.
Despite the economic downturn that has slowed global construction, HOK's green expertise and impact have continued to increase. "While the business has shifted dramatically in the past year, sustainable design continues to resonate among clients across all sectors and regions," says HOK Sustainable Design Director Mary Ann Lazarus. "We are continuing to broaden our expertise to help clients solve their environmental, economic and social challenges through traditional and non-traditional strategies. And through our exclusive alliance with the Biomimicry Guild, we are applying nature's innovations to the planning and design of buildings, communities and cities worldwide."
A pioneer in the green building movement since the early 1990s, HOK's sustainable design expertise has led to 43 LEED certified projects, six BREEAM rated projects and more than 100 others actively pursuing certification. The firm has played a significant role in applying sustainable design strategies to emerging geographic regions, building types and sectors. In addition, HOK principals authored one of the industry's most respected texts, "The HOK Guidebook to Sustainable Design," published by John Wiley & Sons.
HOK is a global architectural firm that specializes in planning, design and delivery solutions for buildings and communities. Through its collaborative network of 24 offices worldwide, the firm serves diverse clients within the corporate, commercial, public and institutional markets. HOK is committed to developing resources and expertise to help lead the world toward sustainable communities and building environments. Founded in 1955, the firm's expertise includes architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, lighting, graphics, facilities planning and assessment, and construction services.
HOK Architects - Building News, 23 Apr 2009:
HOK CHIEF TALENT OFFICER SUSAN MITCHELL-KETZES JOINS FIRM'S GLOBAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
23 Apr 2009
Ten Employees Elected to HOK Inc. Board of Directors.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - HOK Chief Talent Officer Susan Mitchell-Ketzes has been elected to the firm's global Executive Committee by HOK employee shareholders, announced CEO Patrick MacLeamy at the annual HOK shareholders' meeting, April 14 in Washington, D.C. She joins MacLeamy, Chairman Bill Valentine, Vice Chairman Clark Davis, President Bill Hellmuth, HOK Houston Management Principal Tom Robson and Chief Financial Officer Bob Pratzel in leading the firm's strategic vision.
Based in Atlanta, Mitchell-Ketzes is responsible for the success and development of HOK's people globally. Her priorities include developing the current and next generation of HOK leaders to ensure the firm's design thinkers lead the professions in innovation, diversity and operational excellence.
"My role is about finding, nurturing, growing and guiding people," she says. "HOK is all about leaders, and we believe that leaders happen at every level in our firm - regardless of tenure, age, location or skill set."
Mitchell-Ketzes joined HOK in 1996; prior to assuming her current role in 2008, she was a Director of Global Workplace Solutions with HOK Advance Strategies. In this position, she served FORTUNE 100 and 500 businesses and other top organizations through her expertise in vision setting, alternative work solutions, communication, training strategies and change management.
"Susan brings the inspiring leadership, strategic vision, passion for people and capacity for bold action that HOK needs for our next stage of growth," MacLeamy says. "Her commitment to diversity in all aspects of life and leadership is central to developing the leaders who will propel HOK into the future."
View a video of Susan discussing leadership and developing people at HOK.
New Board Members
The HOK Group Board of Directors also elected 10 HOK employees to the HOK Inc. Board of Directors for a one-year term: Sabine Bartzke, Director, Corporate Accounts Practice (New York); James Berry, Management Principal, HOK London; Robert Chicas, Director, Aviation + Transportation (New York); Lisa Green, General Counsel (St. Louis); Susan Klumpp, Operations Director, HOK Washington, D.C; Rebecca Nolan, Managing Principal, HOK St. Louis; Tom Polucci, Director of Interiors, HOK Chicago; Bob Pratzel, Chief Financial Officer (St. Louis); Leigh Stringer, Practice Leader, HOK Advance Strategies (Washington, D.C); and Ken Young, Chief Information Officer (San Francisco). They join 18 other directors who have been re-elected to the HOK, Inc. Board of Directors for an additional one-year term.
"Our newest Board members are diverse, visionary leaders who have demonstrated their expertise and innovation in design, marketing and operations," says MacLeamy. "They are well equipped to help direct HOK's future, and I believe the entire firm will benefit from their unique perspectives."
HOK is a global architectural firm that specializes in planning, design and delivery solutions for buildings and communities. Through its collaborative network of 24 offices worldwide, the firm serves diverse clients within the corporate, commercial, public and institutional markets. HOK is committed to developing resources and expertise to help lead the world toward sustainable communities and building environments. Founded in 1955, the firm's expertise includes architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, lighting, graphics, facilities planning and assessment and construction services.
Key Buildings by HOK:
O2 arena, London, UK
HOK Sport
stadium image from HOK
O2 Arena building
London Olympic Stadium, UK
HOK Sport – Peter Cook
stadium image from ODA
London Olympic Stadium
Emirates Stadium, London
photo © Hufton and Crow
Emirates Stadium
New York Architects
Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research, USA
Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research
Indianapolis Airport Terminal, Indiana, USA
photo : Sam Fentress / HOK
Indianapolis Airport Terminal
Maze Stadium, Northern Ireland
stadium image from HOK
Maze Stadium Building
Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, Scotland
sports facility image from HOK
HOK Sport : Scottish sports building
Telford College
Aberdeen Masterplan
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